The Codes Guidebook for Interiors

ISBN-13: 9781119720959 / Angielski / Twarda / 2022 / 624 str.

Katherine E. Kennon; Sharon K. Harmon

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Inset Index xiiiPreface xvAcknowledgments xixHow To Use This Book xxiAbbreviations xxxiChapter 1: About The Codes 1A Brief History 2Code Publications 3Federal Regulations 22Standards Organizations 25Special Use Codes 34Research: Using the Codes 35Chapter 2: Accessibility 37A Brief History 38Codes and Standards 40Federal Regulations 43Level of Accessibility 50Enforcement and Responsibility 55Research: Using the Codes 58Documentation 59Chapter 3: Occupancy Classifications and Loads 61Understanding Occupancy Classifications 62Description of Occupancies 64Other Occupancy Considerations 84More Than One Occupancy Type 87Accessibility Requirements 95Determining Occupant Loads 99Using the Occupant Load 112Research: Using the Codes 113Documentation 114Chapter 4: Construction Types and Building Sizes 117Understanding Construction Types 117Identifying Construction Types 123Sustainability Considerations 128Understanding Building Height and Area 131Research: Using the Codes 139Documentation 142Chapter 5: Means of Egress 143Means of Egress System 144Exit Accesses 149Exits 169Areas of Refuge 178Exit Discharges 181Means of Egress Capacity 183Arrangement of Exits 198Signage 209Emergency Lighting and Communication 213Research: Using the Codes 214Documentation 218Chapter 6: Fire and Smoke Resistant Assemblies 221Passive Systems 222Active Systems 222Exiting Systems 222Compartmentation in a Building 224Fire Walls 225Fire Barriers, Horizontal Assemblies, and Fire Partitions 226Smoke Barriers and Smoke Partitions 243Opening Protectives 246Through-Penetration Protectives 260Test Ratings 266Using Rated Materials and Assemblies 268Sustainability Considerations 271Research: Using the Codes 273Documentation 275Chapter 7: Fire Protection Systems 277Detection Systems 278Alarm Systems 285Extinguishing Systems 291Sustainability Considerations 306Research: Using the Codes 307Documentation 309Chapter 8: Plumbing and Mechanical Requirements 311Number of Plumbing Fixtures 312Plumbing Fixture Requirements 322Toilet and Bathing Facilities 333Plumbing Sustainability Considerations 349Mechanical Requirements 350Mechanical Sustainability Considerations 358Research: Using the Plumbing and Mechanical Codes 360Documentation 366Chapter 9: Electrical and Communication Requirements 367Electrical Components and Devices 368Grounding and Circuit Interrupters 382Light Fixtures 386Required Electrical Systems 390Electrical Sustainability Considerations 393Communication Components and Devices 399Types of Communication Systems 406Communication Sustainability Considerations 413Research: Using the Electrical Codes 414Research: Using the Communication Codes 416Documentation 417Chapter 10: Finish and Furniture 419Types of Finishes and Furnishings 420Standards and Testing 423Determining Finish Requirements 448Obtaining Test Results 457Accessibility Requirements 463Acoustical Partitions and Materials 470Decorative Materials 473Signage 475Other Code Restrictions 477Sustainability Considerations 480Research: Using the Codes 486Documentation 489Chapter 11: Code Officials and The Code Process 491Authority Having Jurisdiction 492Code Review and Enforcement 496The Code Process 498Documentation 512Technology and Process 521Minimum Requirements and Best Practices 523Appendix A: Sustainability 525Green Rating Systems 527Sustainable Standards and Certification Programs 532Life Cycle Assessments 536Environmental Product Declarations 538Tools and Resources 538Appendix B: Existing and Historic Buildings 541Existing Buildings 543Historic Buildings 547Sustainability Considerations 549Appendix C: Family Residences 551Construction Types and Building Size 552Means of Egress 553Fire and Smoke Resistance 554Fire Detection and Protection 555Plumbing 557Mechanical 557Electrical and Communication 559Finishes and Furniture 561Accessibility Considerations 562Sustainability Considerations 562Glossary 565Index 587

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Katherine E. Kennon is a professional architect and principal at the Architect WORKSHOP. She has extensive experience in commercial, healthcare, and residential projects. She continues to teach as an adjunct instructor in interior design and architectural programs on the subjects of codes, accessibility, and design. She has conducted various seminars on design, building codes, and accessibility throughout the US.Sharon K. Harmon has more than twenty-five years' experience in interior design and project management. She is owner and founder of Life Design for Health, which combines her experience with interior design with her strong interest in natural health.